Siholi - Fatehpur, Kangra
Siholi is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Khatiar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siholi is 009015. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.79 hectares and falls under the 176025 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Siholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siholi
According to the 2011 Census, Siholi village had a total population of 237 people, including 119 males and 118 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.06%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 237 | 119 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 21 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 91 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 28 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Siholi
Siholi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Siholi
Siholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Siholi is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Siholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siholi
Where is Siholi located?
Siholi village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Siholi is Khatiar.
What is the pincode of Siholi?
The pincode of Siholi is 176025.
What is the population of Siholi?
Siholi had a total population of 237, including 119 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Siholi?
Siholi had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siholi was 86.06%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 80.00%.